Episode 360 - Navigating The World of Physician Oversight
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Episode 360 - Navigating The World of Physician Oversight
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Summary
In this episode, Sean and Terry discuss the complexities and challenges surrounding annual well visits in healthcare compliance. They emphasize the importance of physician involvement and the risks associated with allowing non-physician providers to conduct these visits without adequate supervision. The conversation highlights the potential consequences of inadequate patient assessments and the need for proper workflows to ensure quality care. They also touch on the role of medical assistants and the implications of billing practices in the context of compliance and patient safety.
Takeaways
Just because you can, doesn't mean you should.
Annual well visits require thorough physician review.
Inadequate assessments can lead to serious patient risks.
Medical assistants should not make clinical determinations.
Physician involvement is crucial in patient care workflows.
Quality control is essential for healthcare compliance.
Audits and inquiries are increasing in healthcare.
Preventive services must be properly documented and reviewed.
Common sense should guide healthcare practices.
Healthcare providers must take responsibility for patient outcomes.